Mexican man apologizes after racist gesture during World Cup match

Ulises Fernando Bernal Miramontes was filmed making a racist gesture at a South Korean influencer during a World Cup match between South Korea and the Czech Republic in Guadalajara. The incident sparked significant backlash online, prompting many in Mexico to express their disapproval. Bernal later issued a public apology, acknowledging the widespread circulation of the video and the reactions it generated. As a result of the uproar, he was removed from his position as president of a Mexican engineering guild. The match, held last Thursday, saw South Korea come from behind to win 2-1 against the Czech Republic.

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